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Does Petco
code as Pet Supplies?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at Petco — before you tap.

Codes as expected
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MCC Code
5995
Category
Pet Supplies / Pet Food Stores
Reward Category
Pet Supplies
Confirmed by
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Best cards for Petco
Citi Double Cash
2% back on all purchases
2% back
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does Petco use?
Petco uses MCC 5995 — Pet Supplies / Pet Food Stores. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Petco by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Petco count as pet supplies / pet food stores for credit card rewards?
Yes — Petco codes as Pet Supplies / Pet Food Stores (MCC 5995), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a pet supplies / pet food stores category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Petco?
The best card depends on how Petco codes. Since it uses MCC 5995 (Pet Supplies / Pet Food Stores), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.